The best CFL handicapper of the 2026 season is Shane Mickle, at 39-18 (68.42%) for +$1,938. David Racey (+$1,221) and Sean Murphy (+$435) round out the top three. Updated November 11, 2026, 10:05 PM ET.
November 11 update: Shane Mickle leads the CFL board by $717 over David Racey. Six handicappers are in the profit this season, and only Mickle and Racey are over $1,000.
These rankings use each handicapper’s CFL record tracked on PickDawgz this season, graded on a $100 base bet. Cappers are ranked by profit, not win percentage, so the list rewards handicappers who actually make money, not just those who win a high share of a few plays.
Shane Mickle39-18 · 68.42%+$1,938 profit
#2
David Racey49-32 · 60.49%+$1,221 profit
#3
Sean Murphy21-17 · 55.26%+$435 profit
Best CFL Handicappers 2026 Rankings
| Rank | Capper | Won | Lost | Win % | Profit (per $100 bet) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shane Mickle | 39 | 18 | 68.42% | +1938 |
| 2 | David Racey | 49 | 32 | 60.49% | +1221 |
| 3 | Sean Murphy | 21 | 17 | 55.26% | +435 |
| 4 | Brian Bitler | 25 | 20 | 55.56% | +310 |
| 5 | PickDawgz TopDawgz | 1 | 0 | 100.00% | +100 |
| 6 | Rodd Zawacky | 11 | 11 | 50.00% | +97 |
Top CFL Handicappers This Season
Shane Mickle
Shane Mickle leads the CFL board at 39-18 for +$1,938, a 68.42% win rate across 57 plays. That is the best win rate of any CFL handicapper with more than one play, and his profit is $717 more than anyone else’s.
David Racey
David Racey is second at 49-32 for +$1,221. His 81 graded plays are the most on the CFL board, and he has won just over 60% of them.
Sean Murphy
Sean Murphy is third at 21-17 for +$435. Brian Bitler is close behind in fourth at 25-20 for +$310.
Further down, PickDawgz TopDawgz is 1-0 for +$100 on a single play, and Rodd Zawacky is 11-11 for +$97.
How to Pick a CFL Handicapper
Look at profit, not just win percentage. A handicapper can win a high percentage of plays and still lose money. Profit shows whether following them actually pays.
Check the sample size. The CFL schedule is short, so one or two plays can swing a record. A full season of plays tells you far more than a handful.
Be wary of big promises. Claims of 80% or 90% winners over a full season are a red flag. Realistic, consistent profit is what matters.
What Makes CFL Betting Different
The CFL plays with three downs, a bigger field and 12 players a side, so games tend to be higher scoring and swing faster than in the NFL. Weather late in the season and a smaller betting market can also create soft lines that sharp handicappers look for.
CFL Handicapper FAQ
Who is the best CFL handicapper right now?
As of November 11, 2026, Shane Mickle leads the 2026 CFL leaderboard at 39-18 for +$1,938, with David Racey second at +$1,221.
What is a good win rate in CFL betting?
At standard -110 odds you need to win about 52.4% of your bets just to break even. A handicapper who stays around 55% or better over a full season is doing very well.
How is profit calculated?
Every pick is graded as a bet to win $100: a win adds $100, and a loss costs what was risked, so a losing -110 bet takes away $110. Profit shows how much you would be up or down betting to win $100 on every play.
How are these rankings decided?
Handicappers are ranked by profit on the CFL picks tracked on PickDawgz this season, with every pick graded as a bet to win $100. Win percentage is shown too, but profit decides the order.
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